Clinical Infusion & Research Nurse

Mind; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mind in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a Clinical Infusion & Research Nurse (RN) for a full-time role in our neurology infusion center. You will administer intravenous and subcutaneous therapies, support study protocols, and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, Michigan RN license, BLS/ACLS within 6 months, and 2 years of relevant experience; IV placement expertise and EMR documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years RN experience preferred.
• Proficient in IV placement and management.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• BLS and ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer IV and subcutaneous therapies as required.
• Assist providers and maintain open communication.
• Monitor study protocols and maintain data flow for coordinators.
• Document orders and ensure co-signatures in EMR.
• Educate patients and families about therapies and disease processes.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect lab samples.

Skills

IV placement

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

BLS/ACLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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Clinical Infusion & Research Nurse

Infusion Full Time Farmington Hills Farmington Hills, MI, US

Salary Range: $35.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Job Description – Clinical Infusion and Research Registered Nurse (RN)

Classification FSLA –Non-Exempt/Hourly

Salary Grade/Level/Range

Starting at $35 hourly. Level of experience, longevity, certification, within company pay structure

Reports to:Clinical Infusion Nurse Manager

Location:Farmington Hills, MI.

Summary/Objective

We are a comprehensive neurology practice looking for a registered nurse to administer intravenous and subcutaneous infusion therapies.

Work Environment

This job operates in a medical infusion center. This role routinely uses standard medical equipment, blood pressure monitors, temperature, recliners, office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Essential Functions

• Polite, sensitive to people, compassionate, ethical conduct, annunciation, communication, critical thinking skills, proficiency which includes reading, writing, active listening skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to work as a flexible and helpful team member.
• Able to collaborate efficiently with other departments.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance regarding patient information, testing, prescriptions, medical information and documentation.
• Compliant with using recycle bins for protecting any patient health information (i.e. using HIPAA approved Shred-IT bins).
• Maintain work area free of ePHI to ensure HIPAA compliance.

Daily/Work Functions

• Performs assessment of patient. Interviews the patient concerning problems and symptoms, noting vital signs and medical history of patient.
• Able to start and manage IV and subcutaneous therapies.
• Assists providers as needed, always keeping lines of communication open.
• Observes study protocols, follows institutional study compliance and maintains data flow for study coordinators.
• Checking and/or creating order notes for billable services and then routing order to provider for co-signature.
• Assists team with managing ketamine infusions.
• Assists team with managing patients pre and post twilight sedation.
• Unpackages perishable medications promptly, inventories medications, rotates stock and properly disposes of outdated products.
• Checks inventory controls levels of medications and supplies and places orders to ensure adequate supplies. Helps team to order supplies and medications as needed.
• Collaborates with providers in identifying psychosocial needs of patients and makes necessary contacts to establish outside resources for appropriate referral.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures done by nursing personnel at MIND.
• Administers medications (PO, IM, SQ, IV)
• Performs EKGs
• Confirm orders in EMR system
• Document in EMR system
• Phlebotomy: drawing, testing, spinning and separating lab samples (with use of centrifuge), Sending them out (packaging appropriately in specified containers)
• Proper use of vital sign machines, IV pumps
• Schedules follow up appointments, testing appointments, infusions, etc.
• Maintains supplies and equipment
• Performs headache treatments under specific orders from providers
• Performs testing including pregnancy tests, dipsticks for infections, etc.
• Educates patient/family in office regarding all disease modifying therapies and infusions
• Educates patient/family about disease processes and utilizes appropriate resources
• Performs assigned clerical duties which may include filing, typing and scanning.
• Anticipate and provide comfort measures for patients throughout the day (i.e. provide blankets, water, snacks, position changes, transfer assistance, assistance to the restroom, etc.).
• Assist with opening and closing duties per team directives.
• Perform general office duties such as answering telephones, making copies, sending faxes and other office work.

Physical Demands

May be expected to lift to 50 pounds or up to 150 pounds with assistance. May be expected to push or pull 150-300 pounds with assistance. Work is of medium demand; walking or standing most of the time while on duty. Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity essential to performing designated duties required. Optimal auditory acuity required. Manual dexterity involving the handling of equipment is essential to performing assigned duties. Physical conditions are clean, neat and well-lit. May be subjected to unpleasant sights and odors, stressful situations and hazardous or infectious agents where judgment as to precautions needed to be taken is essential. Climate control and ambient temperature variances may be experienced and required by patient care and needs of the company. Hours of duty may be irregular or unexpectedly extended due to the requirements of the daily schedule.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, position, x4 10-hour shifts each week, however it is subject to change. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday with a rotating/flexible day off. Hours of work are 07:00-17:00. Evening work may be required as job duties demand. No holidays or weekends.

OSHA Exposure Classification:

Job Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids (Bloodborne Pathogens) to which Universal Precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is made available and must be worn.

Travel

Travel may be required to additional infusion centers in satellite locations.

Required Education and Experience

• Related responsibilities, experience of 2 years as a Registered Nurse preferred. Proficient in IV placement and management.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• BLS and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
• Registered Nurse Licensed by the State of Michigan.
• Participates in all training and continuing education required by the center.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.